Powering the device

1) Connect the power adapter to the primary Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port and press the power button.


*Please Note - To conserve battery power, the battery might enter power saving mode. Connect the power adapter and press the power button to turn on the computer.*


Front View


1. Power and battery-status light
Indicates the power state and battery state of the computer.

  • Solid White - Power Adapter is connected and battery charging.
  • Solid Amber - Battery Charge is low or critical.
  • Off - Battery is fully charged

2. Microphones (4)

  • Provide digital sound input for audio recording, voice calls etc.


Right View




1. Right Speaker

Provides audio output


2. micro SD-card slot

Reads and writes to a microSD card. Types of compatible card;

  • microSecure Digital (SD)
  • microSecure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
  • microSecure Digital Extended Capacity (SDHC)


3. USB 3.1 Gen 2 (Type-C) port with Power Delivery/DisplayPort.

Connect peripherals such as external displays, external drives, and printers. Also supports Power Delivery that enables two-way power supply between devices. Provides up to 7.5 W.


4. 3.5mm Jack

Connect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).

Left View



1. Security-cable slot (wedge-shaped)

Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer.


2. Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port with Power Delivery (Primary)

Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, DisplayPort 1.2. Thunderbolt 3 and also enables you to connect to an external display using a display adapter. Provides data transfer rates up to 10Gbps for USB 3.1 Gen 2 and up to 40 Gbps for Thunderbolt 3. Supports Power Delivery that enables two-way power supply between devices. Provides 5V / 3A.


3. Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) port with Power Delivery

Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, DisplayPort 1.2. Thunderbolt 3 and also enables you to connect to an external display using a display adapter. Provides data transfer rates up to 10Gbps for USB 3.1 Gen 2 and up to 40 Gbps for Thunderbolt 3. Supports Power Delivery that enables two-way power supply between devices. Provides 5V / 3A.


4. Battery-charge status button

Press to check the charge remaining in the battery.


5. Battery-charge status lights (5)

Turns on when the battery-charge status button is pressed. Each light indicates approx 20% charge.


6. Left Speaker

Provides audio output.

Base




1. Touchpad

Move your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer (cursor). Tap to left-click and two finger tap to right-click.

2. Left-click area

Press to left-click.

3. Right-click area
Press to right-click.

4. Power button with optional fingerprint reader

  • Press to turn on the computer if it is turned off, in sleep state, or hibernate state.
  • When the computer is turned on, press the power button to put the computer into sleep state; press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to force shut-down the computer.
  • Press and hold the power button for over 25 seconds to reset the RTC battery if there is no POST.


Display



1. Camera

Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos.


2. Camera-status light

Turns on when the camera is in use.


Bottom


1. Service Tag

The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components of the computer and access warranty information.